Benesse House Museum

Overview

Benesse House Museum is a contemporary art museum on Naoshima Island in the Seto Inland Sea, designed by the celebrated Tadao Ando. Opened in 1992, it's a unique facility combining a museum and hotel. Its captivating feature, allowing overnight guests to enjoy the museum anytime, sets it apart from other museums and draws numerous visitors. The museum building offers an open, inviting space that seamlessly blends with the calm waters of the Seto Inland Sea. Light streaming through the windows and the vibrant sea colors beautifully illuminate the interior, enhancing the modern art pieces on display. The collection boasts a diverse range of works, including paintings, sculptures, and installations by contemporary artists from Japan and around the world. Enjoying contemporary art while overlooking the stunning Seto Inland Sea is a truly unique aspect of the Benesse House Museum. While primarily for hotel guests, the Benesse House Museum is also open to day visitors. When visiting, consider exploring the whole island of Naoshima and its scattered collection of contemporary art installations. Naoshima is truly an art island, a harmonious blend of the Seto Inland Sea's natural beauty and art.